Pub firm Marston’s acquires three Pointing Dog pubs

Pub firm Martson’s Premium Bars and Restaurants has acquired three Pointing Dog pubs for an undisclosed sum to be operated by Revere Pub Company, the operator’s premium arm.

The Pointing Dog, Pointing Dog and Duck and Pointing Dog Clubhouse businesses in Cheadle, Bakewell and Sheffield, respectively, will be transferred to the company at the beginning of May.

Colin Sadler, managing director of Revere, said: “We are delighted to welcome the Pointing Dog teams, and believe the ethos and strength of their retail offer will sit well with out independently spirited business.

“We are particularly impresses with the passion and commitment of the Pointing Dog team, and are delighted that the management and staff of the bars and restaurants will be transferring with the business.”

Revere Pub Company is a collection of independent country pubs and high street bars.